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NEWS CALENDAR
Wednesday, 9-3 NELA College Fair in Fant-Ewing Coliseum from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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ULM Soccer vs Arkansas-Pine Bluff in Pine Bluff, Ark., at 5 p.m.
Thursday, 9-4 NELA College Fair in Fant-Ewing Coliseum from 9 a.m.- 12 p.m. Donie Carroll Traditional Irish Band performance in Emy-Lou Biedenharn Hall from 7:30 - 9 p.m. Tickets are free with ULM ID and $15 for general admission
Friday, 9-5 ULM Volleyball vs Central Arkansas in Conway, Ark., at 12 p.m. ULM Volleyball vs Tulsa in Conway, Ark., at 5 p.m. ULM Soccer vs Southeastern Louisiana in Hammond at 7 p.m.
Saturday, 9-6 ULM Volleyball vs Boise State in Conway, Ark., at 12 p.m. ULM Football vs Idaho in Malone Stadium at 6 p.m.
TODAY IN HISTORY
Sept. 2 1752: Great Britain adopts the Gregorian calendar nearly two centuries after most of Western Europe 1789: The United States Department of the Treasury is founded 1859: A solar super storm affects electrical telegraph service 1864: American Civil War - Union forces enter Atlanta, Ga., a day after the Confederate defenders flee the city, ending the Atlanta Campaign Birth: Katt Williams, an American comedian and actor, is born in 1973 Death: J.R.R Tolkien, an English writer, dies in 1973
4 1 Sacramento
Sexual assault bill approved
2 Chicago 3 Eastern Ukraine Passengers fight Satellite photos over seat recline capture invasion
4 Nicaragua Country heads to green energy
(MCT) - So-called “yes-meansyes” legislation approved by state lawmakers Thursday would require California colleges and universities to adopt a standard of unambiguous consent among students engaging in sexual activity. Such policies would be required at all public colleges and other institutions that receive state funds for student aid. They would have to include a detailed protocol for assisting victims of sexual assault, stalking, domestic violence and date violence. Under the bill, students engaging in sexual activity would first need “affirmative consent” from both parties — a clear threshold that specifically could not include a person’s silence, a lack of resistance or consent given while intoxicated.
(MCT) - Two United Airlines passengers feuding about reclining a seat forced the airline to make an unscheduled landing at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport on Sunday, officials said. The skirmish aboard United Flight 1462, which was headed from Newark to Denver, began when a man tried to use a gadget called the Knee Defender that blocked the seat in front of him from fully reclining, according to United Airlines. An argument ensued and the woman, 48, who had tried to recline her seat stood up and threw a cup of water at the man, the airline confirmed. Both passengers were sitting in United’s Economy Plus section, the part of the plane that has four more inches of legroom than the rest of coach.
(MCT) - How quickly can a nation wean itself from fossil fuels and move toward reliance on renewable energy? In the case of Nicaragua, very, very fast. So fast that Nicaragua is drawing a parade of distinguished admirers coming to examine how the nation is radically changing its energy footprint with an aggressive goal of becoming a green-energy powerhouse. Nearly as breathtaking as the speed at which Nicaragua has embraced private renewable energy plants is its emergence in less than a decade from an energy crisis of constant rotating blackouts. High global prices for oil had socked Nicaragua. Legislators passed a law in 2005 permitting them to import equipment and machinery duty-free.
(MCT) - Russian tanks and troops fired their way into eastern Ukraine on Thursday and seized a strategic gateway town on the road to the heavily militarized Crimean peninsula in a brazen display of support for pro-Russia separatists fighting Ukrainian government troops. Defense officials in Kiev, the Ukrainian capital, said two armored Russian columns burst across the border into southern Ukraine at midday and rolled over the town of Novoazovsk on the Sea of Azov, opening a new front in the 5-monthold separatist battle. The government’s account was bolstered by satellite photos released by the North Atlantic Treaty Organization showing convoys of tanks and armored vehicles.
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“Never miss a good chance to shut up.” Will Rogers American actor
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NEWS BRIEFS
ULM business incubator receives third investment The Northeast Louisiana Business and Community Development Center, housed in the University of Louisiana at Monroe College of Business and Social Sciences, received a $25,000 grant from the Louisiana Business Incubation Association and Louisiana Economic Development. Ronald Berry, dean of the college of business and social sciences said that thanks to the grant NLBCDC will be
able to expand the footprint of their incubator and continue to serve local entrepreneurs who will eventually graduate into the business community and provide good paying jobs. The grant marks the third significant investment in the center. The business incubator provides direct support to businesses within the northeast Louisiana delta region. Support services provided to emerging
Soil-plant lab takes new name, offers new services The Soil-Plant Analysis Laboratory is now the Environmental Analysis Laboratory. The name was revised to better reflect the core analyses and focus of the lab, while providing increased clarity of their mission and scope. The lab has had the goal of promoting the mission of the university through its commitment to scientific integrity and premier customer service. The lab was originally established in 1979 to provide unique service to the agricultural community in providing soil
and plant analysis. Soil testing is available for a wide variety of options. Gardens, flower beds, lawns, wildlife food plots, and many others. These levels are used to make recommendations for the addition of fertilizer and lime, which ultimately results in achieving conditions for optimum plant growth. The lab is located in the Chemistry Building, room 117.
SGA wants fair chance for P1 students by Ashley Lyons
SGA pondered last Tuesday over the idea of whether first-year pharmacy students, or P1 students, should be allowed to run for Homecoming court. The discussion was brought up last year about those students who enter pharmacy school their senior year and how that affects their eligibility for Homecoming king and queen. “Some students apply to pharmacy school having the hours of a senior, and give up their senior year and also their ability to run for king and Lejeune queen,” said SGA President Adrian Lejeune. They are considered professional students by the pharmacy curriculum their first day of pharmacy school, but they are also not eligible for their undergrad degree until after their P1 year. SGA Adviser Laura Knotts said P1 students have come to them in the past asking to run for Homecoming and Mardi Gras court. “We have fifth year seniors taking a
victory lap running for king and queen, and yet pharmacy students are not allowed,” Knotts said. According to Rino Nicholas, a pharmacy student, requirements for the undergraduate degree changed when the name of the degree Nicholas changed. Now pharmacy students cannot receive their degree until the December of their P2 year. “A good cut off would be when you get that degree. It would be one semester extra, but it seems like a good cut off,” Nicholas said. Though Nicholas thinks that a cut off after their first year is better since they will technically no longer be seniors. SGA was unanimous on the decision that P1 students should be allowed to run for Homecoming king and queen. Knotts said it would still be the same situation where an organization has to nominate the student. Homecoming week is during the last week of September.
Budget Report • Beginning balance: $48, 780.39 • Current balance: approx. $47, 000 • Expenses this month: 1. SGA senator scholarships 2. $360 to athletics 3. $.80 for out-of-state phone calls
Department Heads •
Campus Projects and Student Services: Chelsea Wyatt • Research and Judicial Affairs: Devonte Grinstead • Student Life and Academic Enhancement: Monohn Prudhomme • Promotions: N/A
contact Ashley Lyons at lyonsar@warhawks.ulm.edu
Students take extra health measures after Ebola Virus scare Stay Healthy! • Keep a balanced diet • Wash hands regularly • Avoid physical contact with sick • Exercise regularly • Don’t share drinks or utensils
Recent disease outbreaks raise campus concerns by Kate Huff
With recent Ebola cases diagnosed in two American patients, staying healthy is on the forefront of many minds. Ebola was formerly a disease only native to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, according to the United States Centers for Disease Control. There are five identified subspecies of the Ebola virus. Four of the five have caused disease in humans. Both patients diagnosed in America have been quarantined and are undergoing treatment. “It’s scary,” said Victoria Oden, a junior English major. “The outbreak reminded me of ‘The Stand,’ but that’s because I read the book and keep expecting a horrible outbreak.” Ebola is not an airborne disease, but contracted
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through bodily fluids and contact with infected human organs. While contact and contraction of Ebola is highly unlikely, students should do their best to stay healthy as the winter months approach. Lejeune Students can stay healthy by avoiding sharing cups and utensils, especially at parties when games such as beer pong may be played. Set up new cups and do not share drinks. Immune system boosting foods can keep students from becoming sick, keeping a balanced diet and exercise routine are excellent ways to staying healthy, according to a Harvard University study. Molly Masters, a junior business major, said that eating right is the first step in avoiding any illness on campus. “You are what you eat. It’s easy to live off of Little Debbie’s and soda in college, but not at all good for the
“Just don’t go to college” Austin George, music major immune system or our bodies in general,” Masters said. Sharing towels, especially between athletes after or during a workout, can pass germs and illnesses to others. If your friend or roommate is sick, avoid physical contact as much as possible. Wearing gloves or a surgical mask will prevent germs from spreading and infecting your roommate. Austin George, freshmen music major, said that avoiding everyone was the best way to avoid getting sick. “Just don’t go to college,” George said. contact Kate Huff at huffka@warhawks.ulm.edu
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OPINION HAWKEYE P.O.V.
Clean up dorm manners
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Student safety outweighs image It’s easy to understand why a good reputation is so important for a university campus. It affects incoming students and their parents’ perception of the place their children will be living; it plays a part in our school spirit, how we represent the university and community pride. But preserving our safety and sense of security far outweighs reputation or image. When things like security breaches or crime threaten campus, students and university supporters deserve to know. Sweeping issues under the rug leaves students ignorant of imminent dangers and that has the potential to make spreading safety regulations harder. As much as we appreciate being protected, we’re far more likely to follow rules if we understand why they exist. If that means informing students that there is a rapist or car robbers on campus, so be it. Students are adults. We don’t expect campus to be a safe and sunshiny place all the time, because that’s just not how society works. We’re aware of the dangers of a public campus and we only ask to be informed when threats arise. We need to know that our emails aren’t always secure and the footbridge isn’t safe at night. If there’s someone scavenging campus and taking valuables from students’ cars, let us know so we can protect ourselves and our belongings. If there is a reason we aren’t allowed to park wherever we want at night, tell us. Especially when people are fully aware that there aren’t actual cops in the cars parked all around campus at night. UPD can’t be everywhere at once, so shouldn’t students have the right to take their own precautions to protect themselves? Of course, there will be upset parents and scared students at times. That’s a given, not just on campus but in any place that is unfamiliar. But being oblivious to the dangers that exist on campus is a threat to students and faculty in itself.
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SABRINA SIMMS After a long and relaxing summer, we finally moved back into the familiar dorms of ULM. For some of us, it may have been the first time dealing with the excitement and chaos of moving. Already leaving behind many of the comforts that home has to offer, such as free washed and folded laundry, a well-stocked kitchen pantry and a full-sized bed in a room all to yourself, the last thing anyone wants is for something to wreck the move in process. Imagine you are hauling your luggage up the stairs and unlocking your new dorm room, only to find ants have invaded your desk and dresser drawers. A similar situation happened to my previous roommate. Could this unfortunate circumstance be avoided? There are many ups and downs when it comes to living away from home. On one hand, there’s the freedom to make your own choices, such as what to eat, when to sleep and how to manage your time. On the other hand, no one is there to make sure all of your cookie or pop-
corn crumbs are swept clean. No one is there to scrub the mildew and soap scum from the shower head. No one is there to do the dirty work except you and possibly your roommate or suitemates. Some people like to blame the living conditions on poor maintenance, but a lot of the responsibility falls on residents. Sometimes it’s easy to forget to be considerate of others when you’re unaccustomed to sharing a place with people other than your parents or siblings. One way to make life on campus more pleasant is to put others first. Take out the trash before it sours, get some Pine-Sol, sweep up the grime, and don’t leave the dirty dishes lying on the counter. All of these are simple solutions that would help make the transition from life at home to life as a ULM resident much easier. Communication between roommates about cleaning schedules and duties will also help solve and avoid conflict. Before trying to rip your roommate’s hair out, you should talk it out first. People are only human, after all, and sometimes humans make mistakes. At the start of the term, students and their roommates should openly discuss and work out the best living arrangements possible. Find a way to compromise on desk and storage space. Follow the “Golden Rule,” if you will, to ensure that no conflict comes up that would cause a
frustrating and insecure living environment. College life can be stressful enough without added pressure between roommates. When a situation is out of a student’s hands, he or she should take it up with the RA, but in a reasonable and adult fashion. In other words, don’t make a shouting scene; calmly address the issue. The conflict may be solved more easily without the drama. Also, residents should remember that complaining about a problem won’t solve it any faster. When it comes to the living conditions in a dorm, perhaps being responsible, grabbing a broom and taking the course of action that would resolve the issue is all it takes.
contact Sabrina Simms at simmsse@warhawks.ulm.edu
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From the previous online poll... What are your first impressions of your classes this semester? I’ll need to study for a few 40% I got this 33% I’ve made a huge mistake 20% Not what I expected 7%
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OPINION
Tejal’s LastWords:
Social media not for attacking others
Even at 3 a.m. on a Tuesday, the Internet is wide awake. There are people on social media with worries and problems that don’t rest, so neither do they. They hide under the blanket of their bed, phone in hand, looking for any indication that the world either cares about their problems or waiting to come across something that will act as a distraction. Somehow, Facebook has become a diary for statuses that pollute timelines with drama and TMI moments. Looking through your homepage, you could get a pretty detailed run-down of people’s home troubles, bodily functions, infidelity and every other issue that has no place on the Internet. What I can’t seem to understand is why people don’t want to keep their private lives as just that: private. Chances are, if you took half a second to scroll through your friend list, you would see people you don’t know. People you forgot about, friends you haven’t seen in years, relatives you didn’t know had a Facebook account and possibly hundreds of others that have no presence in your life. Are all these people really worthy of knowing the things you do? Do they deserve to have
Letter to the Editor SGA’s actions speak for themselves Student Government Association is an organization that serves the students. We work very hard to make sure that students are satisfied. Never do we force the students to come to us with their concepts, opinions and concerns; we just ask. There is only so much visibility that each organization can have. As SGA senators, we stand and govern the students and we value what the students have to say. Will all problems brought to SGA be solved in a year’s time? Of course not. But with our diligent adviser Laura Knotts and the newly elected SGA President Adrian Lejeune, we will do the best we can to make sure the students are comfortable. The ULM student body needs to understand that former executive officers of SGA had different ways of reaching out to students on the campus. Due to Adrian Lejeune being an involved Hawk on campus, she doesn’t have time to go about and shake the hands of students every day. Shaking hands doesn’t gratify the student body nor does it get work completed in SGA; it is just a polite way to greet people. SGA has a lot of active events that are being set in stone for the 2014-2015 school year, so you will have to pay close attention. When visibility comes into play, we encourage students to talk with senators during their office hours, check your emails and read the student announcement boards that are posted in academic buildings and the Student Union Building. Needless to say, SGA gets the job done whether we are visible or behind the scenes. If any student has questions or concerns, we would be more than happy for you to come by and visit us! We are located in the Student Center room 151. Or you can visit our website, ulmsga.com. SGA Senator – Chelsea Wyatt
knowledge of your mistakes, beliefs, hopes, dreams and aspirations? For some, sites like Facebook have become an outlet for attacking others. It’s a means of telling people they are wrong, inferior or stupid. Somewhere along the way of your social media journey, you’ve probably accepted the friend request of a Facebook vulture. They’re the “friends” that serve no purpose but to lie and wait, hoping you will slip up and post a risky picture or exercise your freedom of speech. They’re ready for you to share an anti-Obama post or do the ALS ice bucket challenge because they have a military-grade argument gun loaded with pre-researched knowledge and ignorant comments and cocked and ready to fire at the next unsuspecting person. The truth is you can say all the right things, but they’re not really listening until you say something with which they don’t agree. People are far more interested in catching you expressing yourself and your beliefs because they want to remind you that they have the same right, even if that means attacking you. If you’re one of those confident, stand-up-foryour-beliefs kind of people that likes to argue on social media, be that person all the time. Bring
an argument to the table that you are willing to fight for without the protection of the Internet. But understand that not every issue needs addressing. Facebook posts that promote anti-gay comments, racial slurs or any other unacceptable hatred don’t call for rebuttal because ignorance doesn’t deserve any more time and attention than it already receives. If you allow every little thing to start a fiery blaze of sass within you, people stop listening. Then when an issue really matters and merits support, you’ll be disregarded. And if you find yourself constantly targeted, don’t let the vultures keep you from spreading awareness about the things that matter to you. As annoying as it is to deal with silly comments, no one person has more right to speak their mind than another. That’s the beauty of social networking. Whether the vultures are circling over your head or an army of support stands behind you, your voice will be heard. In an age that seems to be full of people ready to shut others down, that’s all you can really ask for. contact Tejal Patel at pateltn@warhawks.ulm.edu
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NEWS
Phishing attack worries graduates Security breach on Aug. 19 compromises personal information by Ashley Lyons
It was around 4 p.m. when it happened. The first Tuesday of class. An outsider accessed a ULM Foundation employee’s email, possibly compromising the personal information of last year’s graduates. According to Vice President Stephen Richters, it was a phishing attack that caused the breach. It was disguised as an email from ULM’s computing center. The scam email was sent to 80 people saying there was a problem with their account. It requested their password to fix the Richters problem. An employee responded with their password and the account was immediately accessed. “It was twenty minutes before we were able to shut it down. We have no idea what was accessed. They may not have had time to look at anything. We just can’t tell,” Richters said. But a file in the employee’s email contained information, including Social
Security Numbers of recent graduates. Richters declined to specify how many were on the file and possibly affected by the security breach, but said it was “quite a few students.” “We emailed those graduates, followed up by a letter. That state attorney general requires us to do that,” Richters said. He said they also sent them various websites about identity theft. Student in the Dark Grimsley, who graduated in the spring with a B.S. in biology, received an email on Aug. 21 notifying him of the breach. He was appalled. He has not received anything since. No information. No letter. Grimsley finds it upsetting that he hasn’t received any follow up. He doesn’t know what to do and said he was given no suggestions by the university other than “monitor your accounts.” “The only notification I have is the initial email which only apologized for any inconveniences,” said Grimsley. “I feel left in the dark.” Grimsley also feels a lack of trust for the staff that handles personal information. “The ‘send all your credentials to this address’ is the oldest phishing scam in the book,” said Grimsley. “For someone to have a job handling sensitive information, they should be able to avoid an obvious scam.” He was upset that his Social Security Number may have been sitting in “a plain
Phishing is the act of Phishing
“I feel left in the dark.” Cody Grimsley biology graduate
text file on someone’s email account.” “This university has fallen to a similar scam before not to long ago, you would think they would be on guard for at least the same exact scam,” Grimsley said. Breach of 2012 ULM experienced a similar situation in 2012, according to privacyrights.org. It states hackers accessed the information of those in the Upward Bound program, a federally funded program to assist low income prospective students. A file in the employee’s email included the personal information of 83 high school prospects, three employees and 35 students within ULM, according to privacyrights.org. But Richters said Upward Bound is not necessarily a ULM program and the hacking wasn’t specific to ULM. “It was some individuals who work through the university,” Richters said. “That was a breach of whatever protocol they had in that program.” Trying to Solve the Problem Richters said they are looking into
software that will search through the email server from the past couple years and delete personal information. According to Richters, no one should have a file of Social Security Numbers as they use campus wide IDs. Only externally, such as with FAFSA, would social security come into play. “That a file with this information was found is a real anomaly. But it’s one of those things that happened that never should have happened,” Richters said. The phishing attack was tracked back to a server in Croatia. Richters said it could have bounced through many servers before it got there. According to Richters, ULM gets phished several times a year but he doesn’t think anyone has ever responded until now. Richters’ rule of thumb is never send out passwords or personal information. If he receives an email with an odd attachment or link, he deletes it. Grimsley found it unsettling that all services he found to protect against identity theft and credit card fraud cost
is the act of defrauding someone’s online financial and personal information. ULM is a target of phishing every year. money or are retroactive, meaning he would have to wait until someone utilizes his credentials before action is taken. “I have to pay money to protect my money and myself. So many people my age don’t understand how easily and badly this kind of thing can happen to them,” Grimsley said. According to the Better Business Bureau, it takes longer for people aged 18 to 24 to detect identity theft. The average loss college aged people experience is five times more than other age groups. contact Ashley Lyons at lyonsar@warhawks.ulm.edu
Hurricane Katrina ninth anniversary brings back memories by Kate Huff
Nine years after Hurricane Katrina decimated New Orleans, another hurricane season has arrived. Born and raised in New Orleans, Stephanie Williams, a ULM graduate, has experienced many storms. “Some storms are small and forgettable. Others, so devastating they will be embedded in my mind forever,” Williams said. Williams was not living in New Orleans nine years ago, when Hurricane Katrina hit her home. Williams was working as the assistant coach for the ULM women’s basketball team and the Managing Editor of the PowWow, now Hawkeye. “Nothing you see on television, nothing you read about in the newspaper, nothing you can truly image, will surmount to impact Hurricane Katrina had the people of South Louisiana. Personally, my life was forever changed,” Williams said. Williams said that watching the devastation was “surreal.” She described
In the event of a hurricane: Be prepared. Never panic. Don’t delay evacuation. Have established escape routes.
it like having a nightmare, but being unable to wake up. “You grow up making so many memories you assume will be there forever. Katrina erased everything I ever knew growing up. I can remember watching the news as the storm approached praying that my family left, as so many families often “ride it out” here in New Orleans,” Williams said. Williams and her family waited months to be allowed back to what was left of her childhood home and gather any personal belongings that were left. “I took the trip back. The images that I saw bring tears to my eyes till this day. My family lived in St. Bernard Parish
which was completed devastated by Katrina. The water sat for so long, it left marks on buildings,” Williams said. Williams said that many neighborhoods had no houses left, only foundation slabs and concrete steps. Williams’ mother brought three large trash bags, and filled them with pictures. “She sat outside of my townhouse taking them out one by. I remember her hands were shaking so bad as she tried to take baby wipes to them and salvage anything she could,” Williams said. Williams recalled the smell of the pictures to be unpleasant, so much so that she couldn’t help save them. “I tried to help her, but couldn’t bare
the smell of the marsh mud or the pain of watching every memory fade away with every wipe. Every picture she had of me growing up, school photos, all-star team pictures, Christmas, family photos gone forever,” Williams said. Williams said that she thought things would always be the same, until they weren’t. She and her family do not speak of it much due to the emotional toll it takes, but she believes their spirit is forever greater because of their experience. “It takes one storm, one event, to forever change your life. Love your family and friends and never take anything for granted,” Williams said.
Williams hopes that students will learn from past mistakes and approach hurricane season intelligently. “Although you feel safe in Northeast LA. things can happen and you have to be smart. Keep in touch with your family during the storm as cell phone/internet service may dissipate. Make sure you have batteries, flashlights, and water, as these will get you through the dark nights,” Williams said. Williams hopes that all students will “be aware and prepared.” Darren Rindt, a junior criminal justice major, finds the occasional day off due to severe weather nice, but would rather others not suffer. “I’ve personally never lost anything to a hurricane, but they have been around my entire life. I think we are far enough north to not need emergency supplies. I do keep plenty of meat, charcoal and water at my house for basic survival purposes,” Rindt said. contact Kate Huff at huffka@warhawks.ulm.edu
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NEWS
Know your rights: Title IX protects victims, students Universities push for more sexual assault awareness
“I like how they’re trying to
make a change and help the people.”
by Katy Pittman
This year faculty, staff and administration are stressing awareness on sexual harassment and understanding Title IX. On Jan. 22, President Barack Obama established the White House Task Force. It will provide more attention for sexual assault, and also the responsibilities of administrators in educational institutions. This emphasis on Title IX is focused primarily on incoming freshmen, due to them being the highest at risk for sexual assault, according to the University of California at Santa Cruz. Kelsey Macintyre, a freshman kinesiology major, said that she did not know what Title IX was or how it protected and affected her. “I do feel safer; I like how they’re trying to make a change and help the people,” Macintyre said. Title IX is an education amendment and a civil rights law that protects all students from discrimination based on Macintyre gender in all federally-funded education programs and activities. Sexual assault is defined in the ULM Sexual Misconduct Policy as “a forcible or non-forcible sex offense.” This includes touching or fondling breasts, genitals or buttocks or penetration of sex organs, mouth or the anus. Sexual assault is not limited to physical acts. The acts can be verbal, mental or even via Internet. Sexual assault is defined as any sexual act that is not consensual of all parties involved. Consent is a constant and enthusiastic yes. Perpetrators can be charged with sexual assault, receive jail time, fines and be dismissed from the university. Victims shouldn’t fear persecution or suspension from the university or law enforcement because they were
Know your Title IX It does not just apply to female students
Kelsey Macintyre, kinesiology major
intoxicated. Officials encourage students to be “active bystanders.” An active bystander is someone who sees the assault before or when it happens. And says something. The goal is to help the victim by calling for help and stopping the attack. “When a university is put on notice that an incident such as sexual harassment, sexual misconduct or sexual assault has occurred, under Title IX, we are required to take immediate and appropriate steps to investigate the complaint thoroughly and impartially,” Pamela Jackson, dean of students, said. Under Title IX, student rights are protected, if an instance of sexual assault is reported, the university is required to take immediate and non-discriminatory action. Protection for the victim is to be provided by the university. Male and female students are protected under Title IX. Victims can not be turned away by the university in the event of an assault. contact Katy Pittman at pittmakm@warhawks.ulm.edu
If you or someone you know is at risk of being the victim or perpetrator of a sexual assault, contact UPD at:
1-911 or (318) 342-5350
Schools must be proactive in ensuring that campus is free of sex discrimination
An established procedure is required for handling all sexual harassment related complaints
Attackers may not retaliate against someone filing a complaint and must keep that person safe
No-contact contracts can prevent the attacker from approaching the victim
Active bystander laws stress prevention by Sabrina Simms
Colleges and universities across the country are informing their students about what it means to be an active bystander, in hopes that raising awareness of the issue will inhibit the trend of sexual violence on campus. An active bystander is a person who intervenes to stop sexual assault or any other kind of sexual harassment. Hunter Skinner, a freshmen medical lab science major, agrees with the movement. “Raising awareness about being an active bystander can benefit everybody. I mean, who doesn’t want to feel Skinner safe?” Skinner said. An active bystander doesn’t stand around or avoid an act of sexual assault. Active bystanders step
Did you know? Presence of a bystander makes a completed rape 44 percent less likely in. Even though he or she is not directly involved in the situation, active bystanders intervene or immediately report to legal authority when these situations occur. Sometimes it is easy to see when sexual violence situations could arise long before they actually take place. Potentially violent situations could occur during social gatherings, especially when alcohol is
involved. Steven Mahon, Officer in Charge of UPD, said they are committed to keeping students safe from harm. “The new guidelines on active bystanders will assist my officers in reducing, preventing and apprehending individuals responsible for sexual and relationship violence,” Mahon said. The list includes looking out for friends and peers, speaking up when someone plans to take advantage of another person and stepping in when someone needs help. Students are encouraged to believe their peers when they disclose personal information regarding sexual assault, stalking or abusive behaviors. Red call posts are placed throughout campus as a safety resource for any student who feels threatened. “Raising awareness about being an active bystander will benefit everyone on campus by
giving a sense of safety, because we take care of one another,” said Haleigh Bryant, a freshmen graphic design major. A study by breakthecycle.org shows that 58 percent of college students do not know how to help a victim. One in two women and one in five men will experience sexual assault in their lifetime, according to the CDC. The initiative aims to educate bystanders on how to handle situations while maintaining their own safety. A bystander’s handbook, provided by notalone. gov, insists that the personal safety of the bystander is important. The goal of increasing safety begins with a safer community. contact Sabrina Simms at simmsse@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Student blood donations continue 30-year tradition by Sabrina Simms
Last week, ULM students, faculty and staff had the opportunity to save lives by donating blood at the annual campus blood drive sponsored by LifeShare Blood Center. Founded in 1942 as Shreveport Memorial Blood Bank, LifeShare is a nonprofit organization that arose under the need for emergency donations during World War II. According to the LifeShare website, blood is used to treat anyone from cancer patients to hemophiliacs, and every two seconds, someone will need a blood transfusion. “Most people tend to feel better after donating. You never know whose life you might save. It could be a family member Yorks or a friend,” said Brandy Green, Donor Tech II. The need for blood donors is evident even among the students here at ULM. Mollie Yorks, a sophomore pre-social work major, was once in need of donor blood. Nearly three years ago, Yorks was on her way home from her first semester of college. She was run off of I-49 by a large truck, hitting loose gravel at 80 mph, causing her truck to flip in the median. Her accident caused serious damage to multiple organs, including her spleen, lungs, kidneys and liver. Immediately upon being admitted into the hospital, Yorks received two pints of blood and required even more blood transfusions over the course of two months. “Donors saved my life, even though they don’t necessarily realize it. I know it isn’t exactly comfortable to have a needle in your arm, but you are helping people who really need it,” Yorks said. Yorks considers donating blood to be one of the most selfless acts a person can do. “I am so appreciative of the people who were my donors, even though I have no idea who they are. You could very well be the person who needs it one day,” Yorks said. James “Adam” Isaac, a sophomore pre-pharmacy major, has depended on donor blood for a large portion of his life. “I was born without an esophagus,
Transition period creates turmoil by Jacob Evans
photo by Breanna Harper
Did you know? Blood cannot be manufactured or harvested. which has led to over sixty surgeries throughout my life,” Isaac said. Isaac has received numerous units of transfused blood during his lifetime. “Currently, I am battling frequent hospitalization with anemia and reoccurring bleeding ulcers. Because of these issues, I have received around fifty units of transfused blood in the past year alone,” Isaac Isaac said. Isaac is grateful to those who donate blood and help keep those like him healthy. “I certainly would not be here without the generosity of many, many blood donors. I was blessed to have a very common blood type, but there are so many others who are not so lucky,” Isaac said. There are multiple reasons why a person could need a blood donation. There is currently no substitute for
human blood, and LifeShare states that one out of every three people will need a blood transfusion during their lifetime. The donation process can take less than an hour, depending on what kind of donation is made. “In some cases, it can take just one unit of donated blood to save a life, and even less to save a child’s. So if you are able, give blood; one donation is all it takes to make and incredible difference to someone in need,” Isaac said. Donations can range from whole blood to plasma. Size restrictions may apply to those who want to donate certain kinds of blood. LifeShare of Monroe is available to those who wish to donate year round. Located on Kilpatrick Boulevard, previous donors can schedule an appointment online. New donors can register on-site. Donations are allowed after 52 days following a previous donation. contact Sabrina Simms at simmsse@warhawks.ulm.edu
Each year the campus faces parking problems. However, recent growth in student population has now resulted in housing issues. Last year there were 33 females and 3 males stuck on the waiting list and approximately 347-350 students canceled their dorm. According to Michael Davis, a Residential Life employee, housing conditions still aren’t any better. “As of this year, 16 females and 33 males are still waiting to get a room of their own,” said Davis, assistant director of housing operations. Davis said almost 370 students canceled this year and there are only 1857 useable beds on campus. The university is working towards a solution, one that may add more rooms to Masur Hall. Due to these housing issues, students have turned to off-campus living after being unable to secure a dorm room this semester. Orlandzeo Hennings is one of few that still don’t have a dorm. He currently lives off campus and takes the city bus back and forth from home. He also isn’t pleased with the school’s housing system. “Although I Hennings love my school, dealing with things like this is quite annoying,” said Hennings, a junior vocal performance major. Hennings said he doesn’t understand why students have to pay so much each year if the school is not willing to “service us.” Hennings has gotten a head start securing a dorm for next semester. The situation of housing involves more people than just Hennings. Others at ULM feel that more dorms should be built rather than the current projects, such as Sandel Hall. President Nick Bruno referred to the remolded Sandel Hall as a “one stop shop.” The registrar, enrollment off, some of the administration offices, and the bookstore will return to Sandel. Ninety parking spots were lost due
Did you know? Residential life recently raised deposit fees to $500 in an attempt to get an accurate estimate of new and returning students living on campus. The deposit can be paid in two installments.
to the new Interational Student Center. However, there are several parking areas not being used behind the construction building and by the coliseum. “To solve the issue of housing we increased the deposit for dorm Bruno rooms to 500 dollars. It’s to help us get a better grasp of how many students are serious about getting a dorm,” President Nick Bruno said. Bruno said increase of GPA requirements is also being used to determine which students are serious about enrollment and housing. “The increase of GPA requirements and higher standards for students to enroll will cut out some of the less serious. Which in turn will make the standards of the school rise so that graduating from ULM means more to employers.” Bruno said. “The school is transitioning to give priority to students from out of the twelve-parish area the first dorms,” said Vice President Richters. A slow transition to mandatory requirements stating that all freshmen must live on campus during their first year and all junior and seniors must live off campus is in the works, according Richters. “We’re transitioning back into how things used to be,” Richters said. contact Jacob Evans at evansjm@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Terror group threatens Middle East by Josh Dean
Protesters wait outside of the Supreme Court building for the Hobby Lobby court case decision. by Tyler Smith
If you look out your window you will see the Lincoln Memorial and our nation’s Capitol. Welcome to Washington, D.C. Many have visited the nation’s Capitol, but few can say they know what takes place behind the scenes. Tara Fields, senior communications major, spent the summer with Louisiana Senator David Vitter and learned hands-on what most people can’t see. When Fields was chosen to be an intern under Senator Vitter, she couldn’t believe it. “I read the email five or six times,” said Fields. “I was overwhelmed, overjoyed, anxious, and ready to get it going.” However, as Fields flew into D.C. and saw the tall Washington Monument, she realized she was alone. “I was really scared, but I was excited at the same time,” said Fields. Fields’ anxiety wouldn’t last long, as she had plenty to do when she landed. She worked in a few departments at the Capitol over the course of five weeks. The first of those was the Legislative Department. There, she learned how bills were prepared for the Senator. Fields discovered that the task of creating a bill was not as easy as she thought. “It’s really tedious and takes a long time,” said fields. “Statistics and exact information are required if any bill has a chance of getting passed.” The most interesting thing she learned was the process of how bills are constructed and that one must be “driven to do it.” The next part of Field’s journey took place in the Press Department where she got to write a speech for
Washington welcomes Warhawk over summer Student spends time in capitol, interns with Sen. David Vitter
Fields poses for the camera with Senator David Vitter.
“It humbles you, you’re there to help people and to help your country.” Tara Fields communications major
the Senator. Though she was excited, she had no clue what to write. “I just sat there in front of a piece of paper wondering what I was going to say,” said Fields. But Fields realized her assignment
was greater than her. She put herself in the shoes of everyday citizens and thought about how they would feel about a certain issue. “It humbles you,” said Fields. “You’re there to help people and to
help your country.” Fields said she has a lot of respect for people who do it for a living. It’s not a job that you can just do “right on the spot.” Fields would go on to work for the Administration Department, where she gave tours of the capitol. Fields had never been to Washington, D.C. or the Capitol prior to her tour training, and was overwhelmed by its size. “You can easily get lost,” said Fields. “I got lost a few times during my tours.” But Field’s trip to D.C. wasn’t all work and no fun. She got to play softball in front of the Washington Monument with different offices from the Capitol. Her team was called the “who-bats.” Fields said she asked Vitter if he wanted to play, but he declined. “He said he couldn’t play softball,” said Fields. “He said he wasn’t good at it.” After playing with those different offices, Fields said she noticed how close they were. “They do everything together,” said Fields. “They’re like a family.” Although Vitter’s softball skills may be limited, Fields said he gives his job a hundred percent. “He’s a hard working man and wants to see things get done,” said Fields. Fields said he never treated her like an employee, but as if she “was part of the family.” Fields wishes people could know how hard the people in D.C. work on our country’s behalf. She said being able to help people was what she she liked most about her experience in D.C.
The terror group the Islamic State, has made rapid gains over the last few months in northern areas of Iraq. Formerly called the Islamic State in Syria or Islamic State in the Levant, IS is an offshoot of Al-Qaeda, with a stated goal “to create a broader Islamic caliphate,” according to BBC news. The terror group originated around a decade ago under the name of the Islamic State of Iraq and made a name for itself through acts of violence. Under the current leadership of Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi, IS has continued the practices of mass suicide bombings and public beheadings, according to Richard Spencer of the UK Telegraph. Since its swift rise in power earlier this year IS has been committing atrocities in Iraq and Syria against Garland those who do not espouse their exact beliefs. Grant Garland, senior atmospheric science major, follows the trends in national opinion. “You must confront evil and tyranny where it exists. You can’t teach barbarians to be civil,” Garland said. Ryan Lindsey, a junior toxicology major, has followed the event primarily as a military involved Lindsey s t u d e n t . Lindsey’s family has a history of serving in the military. “Basically, my whole family has been in the military. When you’ve been born in a great country like this I feel we have a duty to give back.” Lindsey said. “Our presence in the Middle East has been overdrawn and we’ve withdrawn from Iraq at this point. We should be more defensive in our strategy and more prudent in our response.” Lindsey said. According to the economist, young Americans want some form of action.
contact Tyler Smith at smithtw@warhawks.ulm.edu
contact Josh Dean at deanj@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Disease challenges all to spread awareness by Jasmine Davis
President Bruno (Top) taking on the ALS Ice Buckey Challenge. Jalen Hill (Bottom) getting soaked with ice cold water during his challenge.
Imagine ice-cold water being poured over the human body. It is a cold and numbing feeling. That is how victims of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) feel. And from that became the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge. The challenge is a phenomenon that has been sweeping the globe. Pete Frates, diagnosed with ALS in 2012, to bring awareness to Lou Gehrig’s disease, created the challenge. Lou Gehrig disease affects the ability of those with the disease to move. Trever Anthony, pre-pharmacy major, said the challenge is a great outlet for society to come as one and build empathy for those with the disease instead of just sympathy. “The ALS Ice Bucket challenge allows from people to begin to understand each other by allowing them the opportunity to see things from the perspective of someone else,” Anthony said. Normally within five years of diagnosis, those afflicted are at high risk of death. There is no cure. The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge is funding the research for a cure. The rules of the ALS Ice Bucket
Challenge are simple in their complexity. Participants are to say their name and then mention who nominated them for the challenge. After having done that, they are then expected to list the names of the three people they nominate. The participants must say that their nominees have 24 hours to complete Short the challenge. When all of this has been done the amusing part takes place, a bucket of water filled with ice is poured over the participants head. Lastly, they donate. Deanna Short, pre-pharmacy major said the challenge is a smart way to spread awareness. “I believe the Ice Bucket Challenge is beneficial for spreading the awareness of Lou Gehrig’s disease and helping to fund the research for a cure,” Short said. Many people within the ULM community have taken up the ALS Challenge. ULM administrations are also among those who have taken part in the challenge and donated.
Stephen Richters, executive vice president, participated in the ice bucket challenge on Aug. 22.Richters said he was glad to be able to take part in the ice bucket challenge and help motivate ULM students to take part in the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge as well. Seth hall, a graduate from ULM and the current operation manager of the College of Business, also help raise ALS awareness. Hall has experienced the loss of a family member to Lou Gehrig Disease and believes in altruism, selfless concern for the wellbeing of others. Hall said he completed the challenge because he believes that whenever there is an opportunity to do something good he does so. He also said that the challenge was great way for the foundation to help raise money. After the challenge was presented, the number of people donating for ALS research has drastically increased. Due to the number of people who have donated and have done the challenge, over $50 million have been donated for ALS research. contact Jasmine Davis at davisj8@warhawks.ulm.edu
Books transport you back in history
ASHLEY LYONS War is a big part of American history. It always seems as though an anniversary of some famous battle, or invasion or liberation is happening every few days. This past July marked 100 years since the start of World War I. For the next four years, we will celebrate and mourn many centennials. In three years, we will look back on the day that The United States entered this Great War. As these historic dates pass and as war wages in the east, we should take this time to read about war. To understand how far we’ve come and how far we still have left to go. Even if you don’t enjoy reading war books, whether it’s fiction or nonfiction, there is a lesson or awakening in every one of them. Looking back at this past July, another significant
event occurred. The death of man named Louis Zamperini. The book about his experience during World War II is hitting the mainstream again this December in the form of a movie directed by Angelina Jolie. Released in 2010, the book is called “Unbroken” written by Laura Hillenbrand. “Unbroken” is a survival story about the former Olympic runner turned World War II soldier who survived a plane crash into the Pacific Ocean. He then spent 47 days drifting on a raft. For a over a month, Zamperini and two other survivors drank rainwater, ate raw fish, fended off shark attacks and were strafed multiple times by a Japanese bomber. Only two of them lived long enough to reach land. But, the horror didn’t stop there. The Japanese Navy on the Marshall Islands captured Zamperini and his fellow soldier. Zamperini was held prisoner in an internment camp and tortured for over two years. He was only 27-years-old at the time and, recently, he was able to pass away in the comfort of his own home at the age of 97. I’m currently reading this book and I encourage you to read it, too. It follows Zamperini, and leads the readers into the darkest moments of his life and state of mind.
He went in as a prisoner of war and came out as a war hero. But, not without physical and mental scars. Hillenbrand is not only telling a story, but also illustrating it. It reminds me another World War II survival story written by the survivor himself. I read “Night” by Elie Wiesel in high school and I still think about it. This first hand account of life inside some of the worst concentration camps, such as Auschwitz, was published only 10 years after his liberation. His memoir gives an eerie atmosphere as it starts before his home’s Nazi takeover. It is apparent by his descriptions that it is coming and you almost want to stop reading and pretend it never got there. I have a soft spot for children and teenagers dragged into war. In the fiction book “All Quiet on the Western Front,” Paul Baumer enlists in the German Army of World War I with his classmates. They’re excited to become soldiers together, but that excitement soon crumbles like the state of Germany around them. Paul can’t hold on to his friends so he holds onto the vow to fight against the hate that pits all young men like him against each other because of the color of their uniform. It’s books like these that makes 8 a.m. classes seem like heaven. contact Ashley Lyons at lyonsar@warhawks.ulm.edu
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Greek members open up about christianity Greek Life has a history of being referred to everything other than what they stand for. Two fraternity members say it’s time for a change. Larrese Rollins and Donald McNeal talked to students Tuesday in a discussion forum called, “I’m Frat and I’m Saved.” It focused on the misjudgments people have about Greek Life and its members. Their inspiration for this event came from the opposition they both face from being Christians who are involved in fraternities. They spoke openly to students about their own journey. Rollins, a member of Alpha Phi Alpha, said he made many mistakes as he began Greek Life. “Coming into Greek Life, my life contradicted the standards of living as a Christian,” said Rollins. Rollins holds himself responsible for his behavior, but said all Greek organizations as a whole should not be held accountable for the misconduct of its members. “It wasn’t the organization that
photo courtsey of Larrese Rollins
by Tyler Smith
Larrese Rollins’ (sitting on coach) and Donald McNeal’s (sitting in the chair) flyer for thier event on Aug. 26.
was a problem, it was my behavior and poor misrepresentation of the organization,” Rollins said. He said blame should be placed on the individuals rather than the organization itself. While Greek organizations have been labeled as people who only have
sex and party, the organization was founded on “scholastic principles and making the community better.” Rollins said he understands that the founder’s of his organization may not have been Christians, but said the principles it was founded on have still been misrepresented.
McNeal, a member of Omega Psi Phi, agrees with Rollins. The common misconception is that joining the organization makes you who you are, but it’s the people that make the organization what it is,” said McNeal. McNeal said people often think
joining an organization somehow changes who they are. However, he said the organization is only a reflection of who you are. “Greek Life enhances you are,” said McNeal. McNeal said your organization doesn’t change you, but rather gives you a platform and resources “to do what’s in your heart.” Bria Lewis, sophomore prepharmacy major, is also apart of Greek Life and said this event was much needed. Lewis said she thinks it helped non-Greeks to understand that just because you are apart of Greek Life, you don’t have to go to parties and do what others do. “You can still have fun and be safe,” Lewis said. Rollins and McNeal hope to take this forum on tour in the future.
contact Cheyenne Wilson at wilsoncy@warhawks.ulm.edu
Sound
BITE What was the last book you’ve read? Last Lord of the Rings novel: “I usually just open it and read the middle of the chapter.” Jeffrey Williams, junior, kinesiology
‘Between the Shades of Grey’: “If I can’t find a book to read, I’ll just read the first chapter.” Brittney Leite, freshmen, biology
Fiction Novel”Something about werewolves.” Carleigh Roberts, sophomore, pre-pharmacy
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Health
Museum hosts homecoming for local artist
nation
Memory slightly improved by zapping the brain Scientist have created a way to improve the memory by zapping the brain. Yes, zapping. Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) works by transferring magnetic currents on to the head. Some researchers sucessfully stimulated the brain’s surface. Therefore, improving memory function. Patients undergoing TMS must have a MRI done to find active blood flow and the hippocampus. After muliple 20-minute sessions the memory is increased by 30 percent.
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Deadly braineating Amoeba found in water The Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals announced that there is deadly brain-eating Amoeba in the water supply of St. John the Baptist Parish. Amoeba is extremly harmful. A 9-year-old girl died this summer after being infected with Amoeba in Kansas. Officals said the disease is almost always fatal. People who might be infected will suffer from headache, fever and nausea.If gone untreated, patients can have seizures, altered mental status, hallucinations and can slip into a coma.The disease cannot be contracted by contaminated water.
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Scultured pieces crafted by artist Greely Myatt. by Jacob Evans
Encompassing the art that is conversation, or at least the comic book style word bubbles, is what Greely Myatt has accomplished in his works titled “Not Again?!” Myatt has been using improvised everyday materials to make his majestically artwork of the mundane. Benjamin Hickey, the curator for the Masur Museum of Art, said this is not the first time Myatt has been to the museum to showcase his art. His first solo exhibition of Myatt’s career took place at the museum in 1979. Hickey said Myatt “gives found objects and well-known cultural cues new life while making art.” “In a way ‘Not Again?!’ is a homecoming for Greely Myatt. ‘Not
The Annual U.S. News Best Hospitals Ranking announced St. Francis Medical Center as the top third best hospital in Louisiana by U.S. News & World Report. The medical center was also recognized in northeast Louisiana as a best regional hospital in neurology, neurosurgery and orthopidics. This is the hospitals 25th year being ranked by the association. The relgious based hospital was opened in 1913 and remains the go to hospital in the region. The hospital earned its ranking by the high-level care given by doctors, nurses and the staff.
For example, in his work, “Drain”, 1991, he makes the statement on how people were affected by the Alaskan oil spill caused by Exxon. He also has work about the
“...he is interested in the cyclical nature of life...” Benjamin Hickey, Masur Museum of Art
Underground Railroad and signals that was used for communication. Katie Berry, graphic design major,
attended the exhibit and said she prefers interactive showcases. Berry said Greely’s showcase was just that. “I like that a lot of Greely’s work is not just about the work itself, but rather, what the viewer takes from it. Greely focuses on remembrance, nostalgia,” said Berry. Berry also said art has to automatically catch her attention at first glance. “I don’t want to just walk through a museum and look at a piece waiting for it to talk. I want the pieces to yell, ‘hey I’m here’ and I feel Greely captures that,” Berry said.
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Director alters author’s imagination
local
St. Francis ranks top three hospital in Louisiana
Again?!’ is also a fitting metaphor for thinking about Myatt’s studio practice because he is interested in the cyclical nature of life and symbols,” Hickey said. Myatt said that the works he has in the show have been worked on for the past year, Roubique but are as old as when he was a gradate student in 1979. Myatt’s work is not just for show, conversation starters or to tell a story of life. Rather, his work is to make a statement on the situations that impacts the human race.
KATY PITTMAN Often when books are written and turned in to movies they differ drastically. Characters may be younger or older, might have different roles than before and some may even be removed completely. Many small details are removed also- many of which affect the book and story majorly. Sometimes, whole chapters are removed and never even seen on screen. Sometimes, readers are disappointed when going to see a book on the big screen. While some series have been very successful as books and movies, their success is determined by acting, not relation. Series may also be put into one movie like ‘The Series Of Unfortunate Events’. The
entire movie is of the entire series, things, the world is destroyed. It is missing many key facts and clues. burned to ashes and then blown Then, there are series like ‘Harry away. Potter’, which have a movie for each As I doubt screenwriters read the book and can cover many more entire book, I encourage them too. details. In either case, there are Then, they would see how it really many details, which are absent, should be reenacted; not how and this affects the plot and ending. Hollywood wants it molded. Sometimes entire new plots are In this way, many movies would created due to this. relate more to the books, leading to ‘The Giver’ is a book whose happier readers. If the readers are theme is individuality, and also is happier, there is a better chance of a metaphor for communism and them buying the movies on DVD breaking away from it. Although the or encouraging people to go see it. movie kept many facts and events, Thus, leading to higher profits for it has been transferred into a story them, and better movies for us. about love. As a movie, The Giver was very By changing small details such well scripted, but the book is as Asher’s job placement, and by written beautifully. It has touched making them older and having many hearts, just as ‘Harry Potter’, events happen over years versus ‘The Series Of Unfortunate Events’, months, the entire movie strays and many other books. away from the book. Movies are understood to be for As a reader, I fall into the world entertainment, but where is the of the books I read; when I see my joy for the reader? If one loves a entire favorite books in movie-form, book, or series, enough to quote I am usually disgusted. it or even have it impact their life, Readers fall in love with books Hollywood owes everyone better and characters, and share a related movies. common vision with the author. When scriptwriters change these contact Katy Pittman pittakm@warhawks.ulm.
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Cross country up and running by Dakota Ratley
Soccer
The men’s cross country team started its season Saturday at the Tulsa Hurricane Festival. The team that was picked to finish fifth in the Sun Belt’s preseason polls showed what they were capable of at the festival. Dusan Makevic recorded a fourth-place finish at the event that featured nationally ranked teams like No. 4 Oklahoma State, No. 13 Arkansas, No. 18 Tulsa and No. 28 Oklahoma. Wichita State also competed. The result may have even surprised head coach Karoly Varga. “I have no high expectation for this meet because we are training through, so obviously conference is the main goal,” he said before the meet. The Warhawks built momentum at the end of last season. They finished first in Louisiana in the 2013 NCAA Regional Championships. To finish first, they had to top the teams of UL-Lafayette, LA Tech, Tulane, LSU, Southeastern Louisiana and New Orleans. Placing high in the first meet could also set the pace for the rest of the season. Overall, four Warhawks placed in the top 40. Duasan Makevic placed fourth, Vinnie Van Puyvelde placed 33rd, James Turner placed 39th and Brent Turner rounded the list out with a 40th place finish. Senior Hillary Kirwa said that he thought the team would start out stronger this year. “This year people are more in good
ULM Soccer has started the season off right this year. They kicked off the season Sunday, Aug. 24, with a 3-0 shutout win over Northwestern State University. They followed up with yet another shutout win over
shape at the start of season, better than last year,” Kirwa said. The team’s next meet will be at the 2014 Azalea City CC Classic in Mobile, Alabama, on Sept. 12. That meet will be for both the men and women’s teams. The Mook 5 in Ruston, Louisiana, will follow that. The men will then travel to the Chile Pepper Festival followed by the women travelling to the NSU Pre-Conference. The teams will then join together again for the Crimson Classic before starting the Sun Belt Championships.
by Dakota Ratley
The Warhawks grinded out a 17-10 win to kick the season off on Thursday in front of the camouflaged crowd at Malone Stadium. The game started roughly for the home team. ULM’s first drive resulted in a three-and-out and a blocked punt returned for a touchdown. Wake Forest would tack on a field goal in the second quarter to bring the score to 10-0 going into halftime. The game did not turn around until late in the third quarter when Justin Manton got the Warhawks on the board with a 30-yard field goal. ULM’s defense then created the biggest play of the game when Mitch Lane picked off a pass and returned in 31 yards for a touchdown. “I was just glad to be in the right spot at the right time to make the play and change the momentum of the game,” Lane said. The score stayed locked at 10-10 with 3:37 left in the fourth quarter when senior quarterback Pete Thomas ran in a 9-yard draw to put the
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Camouflage was all you could see (or couldn’t see) in the stands and on the field at last Thursday’s game against Wake Forest. From the free camouflage shirts for students and other fans in the stands to the team’s camouflage jerseys, you could feel the school spirit just by looking around Malone Stadium. The freshmen donned special camouflage shirts and ran across the field to form a tunnel to welcome the Warhawks onto the field. Thursday’s game was the first “Camo-Out” game at ULM and the
they can do. They have had an impressive past few seasons. Let’s support them and show it. For those that require clarification, this means leave your purple and gold at home. Leave your blue and red at home. Leave your items that cheer on any other school besides ULM at home on game day (and every day). If you call yourself a student, faculty member, alumnus, friend or fan here at ULM, represent by wearing your maroon and gold (or camouflage when they call for it) on game day. This requires minimum effort but means you are a part of these Warhawks, win or lose. If you show your Warhawk pride at all of this season’s games like most did at last Thursday’s game, welcome home to Malone Stadium. If you have no Warhawk pride to show, go home.
ULM Volleyball spent the weekend in Huntsville, Texas, at the SHSU Invitational. Friday the Warhawks dropped their first match to Sam Houston State by the score of 0-3. The team would come back in their
second game They defeated the University of Texas PanAmerican. Saturday the team lost a 0-3 match against Cal Southern Bakersfield. In the second game of the double header the Warhawks came away
with the 3-0 victory over Mississippi State. The school's first win over a SEC opponent since 1996. During the invitational, senior libero Marcela Araya set the ULM career record for digs in a career. ULM volleyball's record
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Southern. This time by the score of 5-0. Both games featured a versatile Warhawk attack with no two goals in a game coming from the same player. The Warhawks now focuse their attention to
Junior Tyler Cain also saw action, running for 46 yards on 11 caries. Senior wide receiver Kenzee Jackson topped the receiving corps with 83 yards on six catches. Berry said that the team is determined to be successful this year. “I think that this group is happy with the win, but I don’t know if this group the whole season is ever going to get satisfied,” he said. The game marked the first “camoout” in NCAA history. ULM wore special camouflage jerseys for the game. Willie Robertson from Duck Dynasty was also there as a special guest. The Warhawks will now turn their attention to their first conference game of the season. ULM will play host to Idaho on Saturday at 7 p.m. at Malone Stadium. That game will mark the beginning of Sun Belt Conference play for the Warhawks.
first in college football history, and our Warhawks did not disappoint. Even local favorite Willie Robertson from Duck Dynasty was at the game to participate in the coin toss starting the game and to film for a future episode. Well done to all. I am proud of the students and fans with their “talons out” and camouflage on at the game and I am certainly proud of our Warhawks. I would say I was proud of every person in the stands at the game, but I have to make an exception for he who dared to wear a Louisiana Tech baseball cap and then to stand among the camouflage students who beat the heat and cheered on our team. Please take your bulldog home; pets are not allowed into the stadium. Please take your clothing and accessories with any other college insignia on it besides that of ULM and find the nearest exit of the stadium. The Warhawks have shown what
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Warhawks up for good. The defense did most of the heavy lifting for the team, only allowing 94 total yards to the Deamon Deacons. The Warhawks defensive front went after freshman quarterback John Wolford. ULM recorded seven sacks and held the team to negative four yards rushing for the whole game. Coach Todd Berry said that the defense played “superb” Berry and that he had been looking forward to seeing what the defensive unit could do. Pete Thomas managed the game well in his first game at ULM. The transfer from North Carolina State put up 189 yards on the day with no turnovers. The ULM rushing attack offensively led the way with the senior running back Centarius Donald racking up 122 yards on a career high 26 carries.
Camouflaged crowd can’t hide their school spirit
Volleyball
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Deacons didn’t see it coming
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Monroe is 1,628 miles from quarterback Pete Thomas’ hometown of El Cajon, California, but the senior transfer now calls Monroe home. El Cajon is located right outside of San Diego. The city with a population of around 100,000 is nicknamed “The Big Box.” Pete Thomas broke out of that box. The quarterback starred at Valhalla High School. He started for three years in which he amassed career totals of 5,775 yard with 47 passing touchdowns. The four-star recruit was named first team all-state his junior and senior seasons. He also made an appearance in the Offense-Defense All-American Bowl. Furthermore, he was named the San Diego UnionTribune’s Student-Athlete of the year after graduating with a perfect 4.0 GPA. Thomas bounced around the country en route to his present home in Monroe. He originally signed at Colorado State. He started for the Rams for two years. He compiled
“I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else right now.” Pete Thomas, Senior Quarterback quarterback ratings of 124.5 and 116.1, respectively. He then transferred to North Carolina State where he had to sit out a year per NCAA rules. He played in 9 games for the Wolfpack. He has now settled at ULM. “I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else right now. Coach Berry is a great coach, and I’m excited to be playing for him,” Thomas said. Meanwhile, ULM is looking for Thomas to fill the void left by four-year starter Kolton Browning. Browning was there for the rise of the program. His play in 2012 led the team to the upset victory over then eighthranked Arkansas, one of the biggest
wins in school history. That year the Warhawks went on to go to their first ever bowl game, the Independence Bowl. Browning also holds numerous school records. “Obviously he’s a great quarterback. He was an integral part to building this program,” Thomas said. In addition to being the Warhawks’ star player, Browning also was a leader in the locker room. Thomas quickly filled that void he left.
“Pete has embraced the team and thusly the team has embraced him.” Todd Berry Head Coach
Head coach Todd Berry said that Thomas has stepped into the leadership role well.
“Leadership comes from work ethic, and Pete’s got a great work ethic. Leadership comes from a care level about the rest of the guys on the team, and Pete has embraced the team and thusly the team again has embraced him,” he said. In addition to this leadership, the playbook has changed drastically. Browning was known for his scrambling ability and making plays on the run. Thomas is more of a prostyle quarterback that enjoys staying in the pocket. The changes mean that Thomas won’t be running all over the field and running multiple read options each game. The vastly different offensive styles are sure to make Warhawk football look a little different on Saturdays. Despite the apparent differences, senior offensive lineman Ben Risenhoover said that they have comparable work ethics. “Pete, just like Kolton, is a smart football player. Both of them love the
game. They get in and watch film which is encouraging because like last night, and every game day, we know that we Risenhoover can go out, and he knows what’s going to happen and he can get us in right situations,” he said. Thomas started his career off at ULM with a win Saturday over Wake Forest. With the score tied at 10-10 late in the fourth quarter, Thomas took the snap and ran it in on a draw. It was almost as if ULM was playing one last tribute to the player who led the team to national recognition. It wasn’t Browning who ran it in. It was Thomas. The new era of ULM football had begun.
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